1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1977 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1977 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1977 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 1977 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | 308 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2350 mm |